Tuesday 10 th June on the Francigena. A 25 km walk from Siena to Monteroni.

10 Jun
This is a sample from the guide book Recommended by Sloways

We called in at a local supermarket enroute to the start of this stage and stocked up with bananas, cereal bars and water as there was a long stretch before coming to a a cafe . We had enjoyed an excellent breakfast at the hotel which would sustain us for the most part. We walked past the Duomo .

Rob capturing the stained glass.

We then traversed the famous setting of the annual “Palio” a mad horse race around the periphery of the square.

JUNE striding out…

We were making our way to the Porto Romano to exit this wonderful city.

Out into the countryside with its non stop vistas
It was heating up – 28* and counting, with only spasmodic stretches of shade.
A well sign posted stage so far.
We paused by this stream for a drinks break and Christina captured some birdsong on her APP. a Blackcap and a Nightingale.

The soil,takes on a distinctive grey colour for a wide expanse in this area.


The Crete Senesi (Sienese Hills) is a region located south of Siena in Tuscany, Italy. It’s characterized by rolling clay hills, woods, and semi-desert landscapes, creating a unique and unspoiled beauty. The area includes the towns of Asciano, Buonconvento, Monteroni d’Arbia, Rapolano Terme, and San Giovanni d’Asso. 

we reached the outskirts of Monteroni eventually with temperatures in the 30s.
A diversion from the main Francigena.
An interesting connection.
An allotment alongside one of the impressive villas along the the way. Eventually, after a climb uphill we came to our hotel.
BORGO ANTICO
The terrace for “ Sharpeners” and tales of heated woe!
The dining room, where, after a rest and recovery we enjoyed a typical Tuscan dinner including wild boar.

Thanks to group,members for some of the fine photos

Tomorrow’s walk is to Buonconvento and Tom has promised a shortcut!

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